Saudi Cracks Down on Illegal Trucking: Foreign Operators Face Heavy Fines
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Saudi authorities have impounded three foreign trucks and imposed fines of SR10,000 on each operator for unauthorized domestic cargo transport, the Transport General Authority (TGA) announced on Sunday.
The enforcement operation, carried out with security forces’ support, is part of ongoing efforts to regulate the transport sector. Under Saudi law, foreign trucks are prohibited from conducting domestic freight operations without proper authorization.
Repeated violations carry harsher penalties, with fines reaching up to SR160,000 and vehicle impoundment lasting up to 60 days. In cases of persistent non-compliance, authorities may confiscate the trucks permanently.
The TGA reaffirmed its commitment to strict monitoring and enforcement to uphold transport regulations and ensure fair competition in the logistics sector.
